Design Technology Teacher – Aug 2026 – Jakarta, Indonesia

Design Technology Teacher
August 2026  |  Jakarta, Indonesia
 
This is a British International School with a distinctive British heritage, providing outstanding education for 1,400 students aged 2-18. The school is located on a 44-acre campus in one of the most dynamic and fastest growing cities, and is one of the leading international schools in South East Asia.
The school has a vibrant global community, welcoming students and families from over 50 different nationalities.  The school takes huge pride in the fact that it is a non-profit, non-franchise educational establishment enabling it to carve a clear path in learning and teaching.
 
Primary children begin in Kindergarten where they broadly follow the UK Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. When they transition into Year 1, the curriculum blends core elements of the English National Curriculum with an inquiry-based, skills-focused approach. The Secondary school follows the IB curriculum, with accreditation in both the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP).
 
Students progress to leading universities worldwide, as well as to institutions that reflect their individual aspirations and career goals.
 
If you are seeking a school that values wellbeing and growth, while maintaining a forward-looking approach to education, this could be the right place for you.
 
Role and Requirements
 
The Design Faculty is a dynamic, well-resourced hub of creativity, innovation, and technical excellence. Recently renovated facilities include three fully equipped workshops with brand-new machinery, a dedicated robotics room, and a state-of-the-art 3D printing suite featuring six top-of-the-range Ultimaker printers with material stations housed in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment.
The faculty also benefits from a fully equipped Mac desktop suite and a class set of MacBook Pros, giving students seamless access to industry-standard software and digital design tools. The department is supported by two full-time, highly skilled technicians and have a dedicated technician preparation room, ensuring smooth delivery of practical lessons and project work.
In addition, a dedicated Computer Science teaching room further strengthens the link between design, engineering, and technology. The department has an exciting blend of traditional and modern facilities, a collaborative team ethos, and enthusiastic, creative students, making it an exceptional environment for a visionary leader eager to shape the next phase of the school’s design and innovation journey.

• Applicants must be fully qualified, and have at least 5 years of relevant experience  
• Confidently teach across a range of Design and Technology disciplines, including Product Design and Digital Design (ideally in both MYP and DP contexts) using inquiry- and concept-based approaches that promote creative and critical thinking.
• Plan and deliver learning experiences that integrate design thinking, sustainability, and innovation, aligned with the IB Learner Profile and global contexts.
• Ensure the safe and effective use of tools, machinery, and materials in the design studios and workshops, following relevant health and safety procedures and promoting best practice among students.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and risk assessments, ensuring all learning environments meet required standards.
• Support the ongoing development of the MYP and DP Design curriculum, contributing to collaborative planning and vertical alignment across the programmes.
• Act as a tutor for a year group in Secondary School (Year 7 -13) 
• A track record of exceptional teaching experience
• Capable of teaching across Secondary age group
• Enthusiasm and motivation for exemplary teaching and learning

 
Salary and Benefits Package
 
A comprehensive remuneration package includes an array of appealing features, such as:

• Competitive salary in a low cost of living location: income tax is also borne by the school.
• Annual Flights for employees and their dependents
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage
• Housing and Cost of Living Allowance
• 90% tuition fee remission for up to two dependents until Year 13.
• Relocation Allowance
• Upon completion of the initial 2-year contract and subsequently on an annual basis, a gratuity of 25% of annual base salary is provided
• 2-year contract